This course is designed to prepare the dentist to incorporate moderate IV sedation into their dental practice. Participants will master the use of intravenous, intranasal, and other parenteral routes to produce a state of moderate sedation for their patients. The program consists of a minimum of 54 hours of didactic classroom training and direct participation in a 3–4 day clinical rotation.

In the clinical setting the participant will be administering IV sedation concurrent to dental treatment to a minimum of 20 adult patients as the sole sedation provider while receiving expert guidance. Ontario dentists are restricted to the use of a single benzodiazepine agent and usually we use the drug midazolam. High fidelity and low fidelity simulations are part of the program. Training and certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is included.

• A three-four day clinical component

• Students have one year to complete clinical after finishing the didactic component

• For Ontario clinicals held at private practices; a RCDSO facility permit must be in place

• DentalEd assists in setting up the practice and obtaining the required permit.

• There may be an option to join with other students for group clinicals

• Amity affiliated dentists often participate in group clinicals

• Each student must provide a minimum of 20 patients for dental procedures while sedated

• Examine the pros and cons of moderate sedation, followed by a discussion on preventing, recognizing, and managing associated complications.

• Acquire the skills to safely and effectively administer moderate sedation in a clinical setting, considering abuse potential and occupational hazards.Demonstrate oral medication dosing, intravenous access, and other techniques as per certification requirements.

• Discuss drug pharmacology, indications, contraindications, and adverse reactions for selected administration, emphasizing thorough evaluation of patients' appropriateness.Implement vigilant monitoring and chart-keeping for the safe delivery of moderate sedation.

• Master the administration of selected drugs to dental patients in a clinical setting, with a focus on safety and efficacy.

• Develop a comprehensive emergency management protocol for dental office emergencies, listing necessary drugs and equipment.

• Understand advanced cardiac life support principles, demonstrating the ability to diagnose and treat emergencies related to unintended anaesthesia levels.

• Acquire skills to manage a patient's airway using basic and advanced techniques.

• Recognize, and manage dental medical emergencies in a leadership role.

• Comprehend and adhere to provincial legislation and dental college regulations for correct practice standards and guidelines.

• DDS/DMD degree and active dentistry license required for participation.

• Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Saskatchewan dentists need at least one sedation assistant (RN, NP, RT, or MD) for practice clinical; BC dentists require two dental assistants, one certified in CDAAC or DAANCE.

• Malpractice insurance (5 million liability) proof required before clinical rotation.

• Current valid BLS CPR certification.

• Students must have necessary equipment, emergency supplies, medications, and IV sedation sundries before clinical rotation, meeting RCDSO or governing college standards. DentalEd provides complete guidance through this process.

• Ontario dentists require a Type A Facility Permit from RCDSO before clinical; DentalEd provides complete packages for Facility Permit readiness.

All days are required:

October 4, 5, 6,18,19,20 2024

London Hunt Club

8-5pm All six (6) days

Clinical days to be scheduled following completed lecture/didactic days.

London Hunt & Country Club

1431 Oxford St W, London ON

$23,499